A plan to prevent school shootings — and litigation — could surface in the Legislature
“They’re gambling that it’s never going to happen with their school,” he said. “But it’s really not a safe gamble to be taking.”
By Carly Flandro, Idaho Ed News
Since a 2021 school shooting in Jefferson County left three injured, Prosecutor Mark Taylor has been searching for ways to ensure such violence never happens again.
He found hope in a program developed by the U.S. Secret Service that helps local communities identify potential threats and prevent disaster.
What actions can be implemented to help prevent a school shooting from occurring? BTAM.
After bringing the Behavioral Threat Assessment and Management (BTAM) program to Jefferson County School District, Taylor is now on a mission to see the program implemented statewide.
“There’s a desperate need for this in Idaho, and it’s not happening,” he said.
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